Dr. Kirk Dimitris, MD
Dr. Kirk Dimitris is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Green Bay, Wisconsin. Dr. Dimitris has performed 62 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#17 in Wisconsin) and 49 hip replacements, for a combined total of 111 procedures.
In Wisconsin, Dr. Dimitris performs above average in knee (62 vs 37 avg), above average in hip (49 vs 29 avg).
Dr. Dimitris's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (62 cases) and hip replacements (49 cases).
Green Bay is home to 17 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Green Bay area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Dimitris extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 88 to 111 in the most recent data, a 26% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Dimitris's 62 verified procedures is above the national average of 45.
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims represent approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally (source: CMS data, AJRR). This range estimates the surgeon's total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count above is the definitive, audited figure.
How Dr. Dimitris Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Wisconsin state average.
Contact & Location
Green Bay, WI 54311
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Dimitris's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 26% from 88 procedures in 2013 to 111 in the most recent data.
Hospital Affiliations & Quality
Quality ratings and complication rates are hospital-level metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon performance. Star ratings updated quarterly. Complication data covers a rolling 3-year period.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Dimitris
How does Dr. Dimitris's procedure volume compare to other Wisconsin surgeons?
Dr. Dimitris has performed 111 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is more than 2x the Wisconsin average of 52 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Dimitris ranks #15 out of 185 orthopedic surgeons in Wisconsin.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Dimitris perform?
Dr. Dimitris's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (62 cases) and hip replacement (49 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Dimitris with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Dimitris ranks #17 in Wisconsin for knee replacement with 62 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 185 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Dimitris in Green Bay?
Yes. There are 17 orthopedic surgeons in Green Bay in the current Medicare dataset. Patients can compare procedure volumes and specializations to choose the surgeon who best fits their needs. Use the state page to view all Wisconsin surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Dimitris represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on the most recent Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). This captures approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally. Dr. Dimitris's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 111 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Dimitris's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Dimitris's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 88 procedures in 2013 to 111 in the most recent data, a 26% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 143 procedures in 2019.
Does Dr. Dimitris perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Dimitris's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (62 cases), hip replacement (49 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Dimitris affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Dimitris is affiliated with Aurora Baycare Medical Ctr, Aurora Medical Center Bay Area, Aurora Medical Ctr Manitowoc County, Aurora Medical Ctr Oshkosh, Ssm Health St Agnes Hospital-Fond Du Lac.
How does Dr. Dimitris compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Green Bay?
Among the 17 orthopedic surgeons in Green Bay, Dr. Dimitris ranks #1 by total Medicare procedure volume. Dr. Dimitris has the highest verified Medicare volume in the city.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Dimitris practices?
Aurora Baycare Medical Ctr (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Aurora Medical Center Bay Area (3 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); Aurora Medical Ctr Manitowoc County (insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Green Bay, Wisconsin
Dr. Dimitris's 111 Medicare procedures are above the Green Bay average of 76. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Green Bay.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Michael Schnaubelt | 99 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Tressler | 86 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Kenneth Kleist | 69 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Walker Flannery | 64 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Matthew Colligan | 55 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Gordon Roedel | 46 | Hip, Knee |
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